2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 840 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Defender | Space Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |